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FortyEightMinutes is a standalone publication dedicated to delivering a one-stop source for all things related to professional basketball, both on and off the court. This includes insights into statistical trends, updates on business developments, trade speculation, betting markets, and much more. The site has provided coverage of the Philadelphia 76ers during the 2020-21 NBA season and has received credentials from several NBA teams. Our coverage extends to teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, Washington Wizards, Los Angeles Clippers, Orlando Magic, and Atlanta Hawks.

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Key Points: Jalen Williams, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Have Big Nights, Thunder Now One Win From First NBA Title

1 week ago | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers 120-109 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. After a huge performance, the Thunder are one win away from their first NBA title in franchise history. Game 5 started similarly to Game 1 of the Finals. The Thunder jumped out to a huge lead. The Pacers made a run as they usually do. However, the Thunder learned from their game 1 mistakes and held onto victory this time. The Thunder are a young, talented team, and this Finals is a learning experience.
Key Points: Tyrese Haliburton Hits Game Winner, Leads Pacers To Game 1 NBA Finals Win Over Thunder

3 weeks ago | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

The Indiana Pacers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-110 in the NBA Finals. This game was an instant classic. If the Finals continue to go this way, these Finals could be one of the more entertaining NBA Finals of all-time. The Thunder led the Pacers for the majority of the game. However, when playing the Indiana Pacers , it’s proven important to keep your foot on the gas. The Pacers have proven to be the true “comeback kids.” Game one of the NBA Finals was further proof of this.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Named 2024-2025 NBA MVP

1 month ago | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has officially been named the 2024-2025 NBA Most Valuable Player. The 26-year-old from Canada has earned the first Michael Jordan Trophy (the official name of the NBA MVP trophy) for the first time in his career. Gilgeous-Alexander has now gotten over the hump and won his first MVP after finishing second in MVP voting for the 2023-2024. Gilgeous-Alexander is the second Canadian-born player to win the NBA MVP Award.
Key Points: Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero Have Big Nights, Magic Win To Cut Celtics Series Lead to 2-1

2 months ago | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

The Orlando Magic returned home to Orlando to face the Boston Cefo of their first round series against the Boston Celtics. The Magic came into game 3 in a 0-2 series hole. This game was a must-win for the Magic. The Magic came through and made this a series again. The Magic beat the Celtics in a tight game, 95-93. Game 4 will be in Orlando on Sunday, 4/27. Franz Wagner led the Magic with 32 points. He scored his 32 on 11-for-27 shooting.
Key Points: Tyler Herro Scores 30, Leads Heat Past Hawks and Punch Their Ticket to the NBA Playoffs

2 months ago | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

The Miami Heat have officially done the improbable. They entered the NBA Play-In this year as the number ten seed out East. Being the number ten seed meant the Miami Heat had to win two games in a row on the road to get into the Playoffs. The Heat did just that with a win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, April 16. They beat the Bulls in Chicago 109-90. The Heat then traveled to Atlanta and beat the Hawks in Overtime, 123-114.
Key Points: Tyler Herro Scores 38, Heat Advance In NBA Play-In

2 months ago | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

The Miami Heat came into the NBA Play-In Tournament this season as the 10th seed out East. The final seed in the Eastern Conference. The Heat traveled to Chicago to face the Chicago Bulls in the 9/10 game. The Heat jumped out to a big lead early and never let their foot off the gas. The Miami Heat beat the Chicago Bulls 109-90 to advance to the next Eastern Conference Play-In. They will play the Atlanta Hawks in Atlanta next.
Key Points: Tyler Herro Scores 30, Leads Heat Past Sixers in Philadelphia

2 months ago | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

The Miami Heat have now won four games in a row. They defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 118-95 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. The Heat have now improved to 33-41. They sit in tenth place in the East and currently hold the last Playoff spot. The Heat are hitting their stride as they look to improve their Playoff standing as the NBA’s Regular Season winds down. Tyler Herro led the way for the Miami Heat with 30 points. Herro shot an efficient 11-for-17 from the field.
Key Points: LeBron James' Game Winning Tip-In Pushes Lakers Past Pacers in Indianapolis

Mar 27, 2025 | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

The Los Angeles Lakers won a nailbiter in Indianapolis against the Indiana Pacers, 120-119. LeBron James once again pulled out some late-game heroics by tipping in the game-winning basket at the buzzer. Luke Doncic drove and attempted to hit the game-winning floater. He missed, and James was Johnny-On-The-Spot for the game-winning tip-in. The tip-in was so close to the buzzer that the referees had to go to the replay monitor to ensure the tip-in went in the basket before the buzzer.
Key Points: Bam Adebayo Scores 27, Leads Heat Past Warriors in Jimmy Butler's Return To Miami

Mar 26, 2025 | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

There was complete pandemonium in Miami when the Golden State Warriors faced off against the Miami Heat. Jimmy Butler returned to Miami since his now-infamous trade situation. Butler and the Warriors now hold a 16-5 record since he has been a team member. However, the Miami Heat took satisfaction in giving the Warriors their fifth loss since Butler arrived. The Heat blew the Warriors, 112-86. The Warriors now sit in sixth place in the West with a 41-31 record overall.
Key Points: Tyler Herro Scores 24, Leads Heat Past Hawks on Black Excellence Night

Feb 27, 2025 | fortyeightminutes.com | Rob Parks

The Miami Heat have improved to 27-30 on the season after winning a blowout over the Atlanta Hawks. The Heat defeated the Atlanta Hawks 131-109. The Heat are now a full game ahead of the Hawks and sit at eighth place in the NBA’s Eastern Conference. Heat are also just a half game behind the Orlando Magic for seventh place in the East. The Miami Heat knocked down 23 three-pointers. The Heat shot 54.8% from behind the three-point line. The Heat shot 59.2% from the field as well.